Thread 5 - the one where it's OCTOBER already!

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This post is a work in process and if you have any links you’d like to share or would be good to add then please do let me know. The general consensus for the thread is to share any bargainous links, ideas and/or discount codes or information. No affiliate links (is that the right word?) And any referral links to the separate thread linked below. This is a warm, friendly, kind and cosy corner of mn filled with Christmas cookies and hot chocolate - let’s keep it that way!

If you have any referral links then please post on this thread https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/christmas/5212180-bargain-referrals-thread-7 and share around the joy/referral perks.

Is Amazons pricing just random now? The price at checkout bears little relation to the price on the product, even when there are no vouchers and offers listed. And the prices for the same product are different for different people or on different links.

I’m thinking about for the candle lamps in particular, but have noticed it on a lot of things.

I’m not exactly complaining, because (I think) it’s always less than the advertised price, but it would be helpful to know before the checkout stage.

@Missscentsation - what’s your budget per prize?

You could stock up on the Boots 3-4-2 Xmas gifts, (some of which could be further broken down). Or you could get some of the Xmas gift sets from places like Home Bargains.

TKMAXX is usually a good place to get candles and Xmas themed diffusers.

If you’re looking for advent calendars - the one of cheapest beauty ones is Soap and Glory from Boots. Code: ADVENT10 brings it down to £43.20.

Boots also have chocolate a/cs from £10.

WontLetThoseRobotsDefeatMe
I'm not at home at the moment so can't post examples of colour leak but some are quality paper where there is no bleed through & each "picture" is on its own whereas others have "pictures" both sides - will try and post later

I buy majority of books from Amazon and always when on offer - I do tend to prefer the mandalas as I like the fine detail and the range of patterns you can have

Morning some Gruum discount codes popped in to my inbox this morning (says exclusive to me but highly unlikely) hopefully of use to someone 😊

Yes I did as well, but they were so cheap I'm happy to just sit tight and wait to see if they turn up.

Nice little colouring book for £1 on Amazon for kids, always good for stocking fillers and also to keep a stash for inevitable kids parties that come around:

https://amzn.eu/d/95imsnT

Thanks, I’ll definitely try Boots, and on Tuesday to see if I can bag a £10 bargain as well! My daughter had a Revolution / Willy winks theme advent calendar one year, I’d love to get something like that! I’ll check TKs out too, guaranteed I’ll be gifting myself a candle too! 🤭

Me too. I ordered some of the ladies jumpers too, but not heard anything about them.

Pintail Candles have 50% off their classic candles with a code on the site this weekend only

they also have lovely mystery boxes which might be good to split as raffle/tombola prizes

Every January I order a photo book of my child’s photos from the year before from an app called Once Upon

They’ve just released a discount for 50% off, maximum discount I’ve ever seen from them is 25%

Code: brandrefresh50
Valid till 5th Oct

They’re beautiful hard cover photo books, I’ve had about 4 of them now. Just gutted I can’t use this because my photo book won’t be ready for print till the year is complete!

Wax melt discovery packs 25% off plus new customer code discount (NEWFRIEND) and possibly also a newsletter sign up code

Just tried to add to basket and it’s £16.99 for me 🫣

50% off wax melt snap bars (min spend is £10) and a free snap bar if you sign up

lots of different scents

It goes up and down all the time. Worth keeping an eye on it for the best price

My Amazon Haul package is out for delivery so hopefully I can make my autumn door wreath later

My Haul order should come today too.
And I've had a dispatch email for the ladies Christmas jumpers.

Just got my Haul. Got 5 shopping bags and they're brilliant. Big and strong. Fold down to nothing. Perfect for the car!

A few fine muslin squares folded up in a matchbox - you could paint it green and write WIPES on it if you are feeling extra creative.

Same here. Was worth a try!

I have sets from Faber Castell, which are really lovely, and the set of 60 can be had for about £15 on Amazon. I also have two lovely sets from Castle Arts, which are excellent, and have a brilliant variety of colours, including some lovely curated sets. They are a bit more pricey.

Not a bargain but a possible present idea for kids who like bitzee/tamagotchi type things. Just found something called a nano-mal on amazon. Looks like a little pocket pet but easier to use than a tamagotchi and more portable than a bitzee.

Looked quite cute for £15

amzn.eu/d/94Fo5Hs

I don’t know… a PP noted it changed whether they were logged into their account or not and I’ve noticed the same when I have followed links from here.

I can’t be arsed with Amazon if they are playing stupid games with pricing!

20% of all fragrance on Superdrug today!

Looks like the 20% off is off items already in the sale too

Do Smyths ever do general discounts? I'm spending £90 but doesn't look like there is any discounts about (apart from the lego one)